1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | TR7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |